Which sonographic appearance of the normal epididymis is the most common?
A.
Isoechoic to the testis
B.
Anechoic with hyperechoic borders
C.
Homogeneous compared to the testis
D.
Hypoechoic with irregular borders
The Answer Is:
C
This question includes an explanation.
Explanation:
The normal epididymis typically appears as a homogeneous structure that is either isoechoic or slightly hypoechoic compared to the testis. The most accurate description is "homogeneous compared to the testis," meaning the texture is uniform. It is not anechoic, nor does it typically show irregular borders unless pathology is present.
According to Rumack’s Diagnostic Ultrasound:
"The normal epididymis appears homogeneous and is isoechoic or slightly hypoechoic relative to the testis." (Rumack CM et al., Diagnostic Ultrasound, 5th ed.)
[Reference:, Rumack CM, Wilson SR, Charboneau JW, Levine D. Diagnostic Ultrasound. 5th ed. Elsevier; 2017., AIUM Practice Parameter for Scrotal Ultrasound, 2020., —]
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